West Ham, in cup matches, are never an easy opponent. Though West Ham’s last victory dates back to the 5th of October (2-1 vs Freiburg), Arsenal should not expect the game to be a walk in the park. West Ham has shown its ability in Europe, winning the Conference League last season, scoring two past Fiorentina (2-1) in the final. Despite a three-match losing streak, West Ham’s roster, featuring players like Paqueta, Kudus, and Aguerd, provides ample reason to believe they could disrupt Arsenal’s plans, particularly if Arsenal chooses not to play their strongest lineup.
Arsenal’s only defeat came against Lens in the Champions League (1-2), and there are few reasons to believe Arsenal will bow down to The Hammers, given Arsenal simply scrolled past Sheffield last weekend (5-0). The team’s hunger for victory is evident, and it is expected that Arteta, even with potential rotations, will encourage his squad to maintain their strong will to win and decisively overcome any opposition they encounter. It’s pretty easy to see that Arsenal might be going for the treble.
West Ham vs Arsenal Match Info
- Date: Wednesday, 1st of November, 2023
- Kick-off time: 2:45 p.m. EDT
- Location: London Stadium, London, England
- Official: Thomas Bramall
- Last match: West Ham – Arsenal 2:0 (April 16, 2023, EPL)
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West Ham vs Arsenal Prediction and Odds
- Pick: Arsenal to win
- Odds: -114 (Tonybet)
Arsenal’s mood is at an all-time high, with possibly only the 2-2 draw against Chelsea regarded as a disappointing result. The Gunners have been cautioned to be as close to perfection as possible if they wish to remain competitive in all tournaments. Despite West Ham not being an easy opponent, the probability that Arsenal will not win is very low, given the current form of both London clubs. Arteta, thus far, has shown great ability to alternate between players, giving enough time to most players to keep the group fit and happy, instrumental for a club that’s running the show on all fronts. Resting key players while going for the win will be key for Arteta.
West Ham vs Arsenal Betting Tips
- Pick: Arsenal to win by a one-goal margin
- Odds: +296 (Tonybet)
West Ham’s counter-attacks will be key to the team’s survival. As great as Arsenal are, they tend to be weaker against counter-attacks following deep blocks. That’s precisely the tool that West Ham has used to arrive at the top of Europe in the Conference League the past season, and it also seems to be West Ham’s only resource against Arsenal. A win for Arsenal is anticipated, though it won’t come without its challenges.
